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15 Horse Riding Days in the Dominican Republic We Would Book Again

39 tours  ·  from $36

This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next month: 15 horse riding days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.

Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding - Reaching Hacienda Tuko from Punta Cana
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Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding

1.Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,001 reviews · from $100Our pick

You’ll ride 6 to 8 ziplines, visit a Dominican home for cocoa and mamajuana, take a short horseback ride, and race muddy trails by dune buggy at Hacienda Tuko. Guides such as Jeudi, Fignole, Fio, and Eloi keep the day moving. Hotel pickup, lunch, and water are included.

“The experience was amazing and the guide was awesome I definitely recommend this!! I had fun horse back riding but I just wish it was a little longer”

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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline) - Coffee, cocoa, and a small family farm near Anamuya
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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

2.5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,443 reviews · from $119

Spend about eight hours exploring the Punta Cana area with horseback riding, a coffee and cocoa farm, Higuey’s Basilica, Dominican lunch, ziplining, and an off-road buggy ride. Hotel pickup, drinks, helmets, and a guide are included. Guides such as Javier, Chris, Juan, and Christian receive frequent praise.

“The activities were fun but the city tour was extremely long and boring. Overall I definitely enjoyed myself.”

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7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More! - The chairlift and views over Anamuya
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7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

3.7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,172 reviews · from $99

Spend about six hours at La Hacienda Park near Punta Cana, moving from horseback riding and a short safari to zip lines, chairlift views, muddy buggy rides, a river swim, and local lunch. Hotel pickup is offered, and VIP upgrades add drinks, a private guide, and transport perks.

“This is an all day trip. It mainly takes long because so many people are there and group sizes are large. Travel time is like an hour ( pickup from multiple resorts).”

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Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding - Along the Beach and Through the Palm Paths
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Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding

4.Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 983 reviews · from $58

Ride along Punta Cana’s beach and through palm-lined paths with a guide such as Fausto or Junior. Beginners receive instruction and matched horses, while the route reaches the Maimon River mouth for photos, coconut water, and coastal views. Pickup, safety gear, and bottled water are included.

“Really fun afternoon on the beaches, the guides were very friendly and as a solo traveller the activity felt very safe.”

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Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option) - Choosing a horse and getting comfortable in the saddle
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Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option)

5.Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · from $73

Ride from a family-run ranch through the countryside to Punta Cana’s beach, then follow the shoreline as the sun goes down. Beginners receive riding help, and guides such as Chris and Miguel may take photos. The ranch also offers coffee, cacao, and local products.

“Amazing time! Great guides took such good care of us and so kind and friendly! Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore.”

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Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach - What the Beach Portion Is Really Like
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Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach

6.Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 625 reviews · from $77

Ride for about two hours from a ranch near Dreams Macao Beach through countryside and along the coast. Guides such as Fausto, Miguel, and Sammy have earned praise for calm horses, photos, and friendly service, but beach time and sunset views can vary with weather and timing.

“Our driver Sammy was great making sure to provide info about our excursion and other options to take advantage of in the future. Our guide took care to guide our horses through along the trail and beach and our photographer took plenty of photos providing them all to us immediately after our ride. Would recommend this excursion to other travelers in groups or a private tour.”

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Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach - Getting picked up and getting on the road
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Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach

7.Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · from $76

Spend about four hours riding through Punta Cana’s rural countryside on horseback and your own ATV or buggy. Stop at an organic farm for coffee, chocolate, tea, mamajuana, and cigars, then visit a 25-foot water cave and Macao Beach. Guides such as Joshua, Gary, and Reginald are often praised for keeping groups safe and together.

“I had a good time Gary was a good host. I will recommend and do this again when I come to Punta Cana”

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Punta Cana: Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest - What happens at the ranch
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Punta Cana: Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest

8.Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 388 reviews · 2h 30m · from $61

Ride with guides such as Luis, Lilo, or Juan Luis through Macao’s forest and along the beach as daylight fades. This 150-minute outing includes round-trip transport from Punta Cana, photo stops, a shopping visit, and multilingual support. Bring water, insect repellent, and shoes you do not mind getting muddy.

“Very good excursion. Well behaved and gentle horses. Would have been better if they had snacks or water when we get to the beach. Whilst we wait around for pictures Our driver Carlos made it even better. Was very patient waiting for my sister. Even though he said he spoke very little English he was able to express himself well and converse . Carlos also put me on to great Dominican music after our excursion. Great guides all through and enjoyable and entertaining transportation”

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Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure - Hotel pickup and the ride inland
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Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure

9.Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $99

Spend 4 to 6 hours at La Hacienda Park on five zip lines, a 20-meter Quick Jump, muddy quad buggies, horseback trails, a chairlift, lunch, and a cultural safari. Hotel pickup, a guide, and kids’ club access are included. Guides may speak English, Spanish, or French.

“It was a great experience, we had a full day of activities that were at a good pace and time per activity. Great value for money and a great experience”

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Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana - What the two-hour route is really like
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Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana

10.Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 264 reviews · from $40Best value

Rancho Victoria Caribeño takes you from your Punta Cana hotel to Uvero Alto Beach for a two-hour horseback ride through local roads and coastal scenery. Guides match horses to your ability, provide helmets and water, and may offer professional photos plus a rum or mamajuana souvenir.

“This was by far the greatest appearance!! The horse’s were health and kept us entertained. pinky and Ronald had us laughing the entire time”

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Punta Cana: Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach - Why beginners tend to feel comfortable
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Punta Cana: Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach

11.Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

Ride a calm, well-trained horse from the jungle to Macao Beach, then pause for sunset photos. English, French, German, and Spanish-speaking guides help beginners get comfortable. Andrew and other drivers handle hotel transfers, while an optional photographer can capture the ride.

“We really enjoyed it, I recommend it it’s a nice tour horses are well behaved and it’s a good time wasn’t to slow or to fast also guides were good they didn’t hassle us for more money like other tours they do have a photographer if that’s what you like but they’ll also use our phones”

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Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch - Starting with a short ride through Dominican farmland
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Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch

12.Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · from $125

Spend about eight hours exploring Punta Cana by horse, ATV or buggy, and party boat. Ride for 15 minutes, taste coffee, chocolate, mamajuana, and cigars at an organic farm, swim in a 25-foot water cave, snorkel off Bávaro Beach, and enjoy a natural pool and onboard drinks.

“Vladimir was a great tour guide. He stayed with us during the duration of the excursion. It started with them picking us up from our hotel right on time, then taking us to the ATVs. Definitely bring clothing that you don't mind throwing away bRead more”

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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana - Getting comfortable with your horse
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana

13.2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · from $77

Ride with guides such as Juan, Angel, Vicente, or Galla from Rancho Un Regalo De Dios to Macao Beach and the Maimón river mouth. Expect a gentle two-hour route, hotel pickup from Punta Cana or Uvero Alto, help for first-time riders, and optional photos to purchase.

“This ride was amazing! I went solo and felt extremely safe. Galla made me feel like I was at home & took some really great pictures & videos of me during the entire ride. Great photographer!”

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Punta Cana: Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour - The first stop: coffee, shopping, and local products
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Punta Cana: Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour

14.Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 213 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Ride with guides such as Luis, Lilo, and Juan Luis from the forest to Macao Beach, passing a river and rocky paths before a beach break. Hotel transfers, a coffee tasting, and help for first-time riders are included. Bring swimwear if you hope to enter the water.

“It was excellent, the route was amazing and very peaceful. The horses behaved really well, we did not have any problems with them. Both the guide, Lilo, and the driver were very efficient and nice with us. The views were very pretty and we enjoyed it so much.”

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Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe - Riding through the countryside
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Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe

15.Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · from $55

Ride from a rural ranch through forest, countryside, and beach near Punta Cana. Guides such as Miguel, Sammy, and Juan Carlos match horses to your skill level, with walking or cantering available. Hotel pickup, photos, coconut stops, and a two-hour route are included, though beach conditions can vary.

“Sammy, Edwin, Juan and Pepino-Photographer (Hope we got the name right) made this moment unforgettable, nothing was out of reach to make the trip what we were hoping and beyond. We were a family of four and we wanted to bring oRead more”

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